Homer Laffoon
Los Angeles
Summary
I am an entertainment professional with experience across production, business affairs, and talent management. I currently work at John Wells Productions, where I support executives on television projects, participate in deal negotiations, review and summarize contracts, and assist with production and business operations. Previously, I managed relationships with over 30 artists, developing experience in talent representation, client relations, and creative management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer
John Wells Productions
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Support senior executives and producers at a leading television production company across development, production, and business operations.
- Actively participate in negotiations for talent, production, and overall business deals, working alongside executives, attorneys, studios, and outside partners.
- Review, analyze, and summarize contracts, deal memos, amendments, and agreements to provide executive-level overviews and support decision-making.
- Prepare deal notes, contract summaries, and business materials for executive review during negotiations and project discussions.
- Coordinate executive calendars, meetings, travel, calls, and communications while managing sensitive and confidential materials.
- Assist with television projects across development and production, including talent relations, production tracking, budget analysis, and studio/network communications.
- Track production budgets, incentives, overages, and financial reporting across multiple projects.
- Collaborate with production teams, legal representatives, talent representatives, studios, and networks to support day-to-day operations and long-term business objectives.
- Research industry trends, competitive projects, talent, and potential business opportunities to support development and strategic initiatives.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Opus Beauty
Los Angeles, CA
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed relationships with 30+ artists, serving as their primary point of contact for scheduling, communications, product needs, and day-to-day support.
- Managed the CEO's daily calendar, meetings, travel, and executive priorities.
- Coordinated meetings with clients, vendors, investors, and leadership teams.
- Coordinated artist bookings, logistics, and cross-functional communication between artists and internal teams.
- Assisted with company events, product launches, and special projects involving high-profile talent.
- Prepared executive communications and maintained confidential business information.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Management - Business
Tulane University
New Orleans, LASkills
- Talent Relations
- Executive Support
- Project Coordination
- Relationship Management
- Event Coordination
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Travel & Logistics
- Marketing Operations
- Confidential Information Management
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer
John Wells Productions
02.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Opus Beauty
04.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science in Management - Business
Tulane University